While Bad Newz song “Jaanam” is compared to “condom ad”, 6 Indian songs that actually portray intimacy correctly

Bad Newz’s Jaanam has grabbed the attention of a section of social media with its bold portrayal of intimacy. Many felt that the chemistry between the two leading ladies Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri was lacking. Some felt nothing but cringe. As the reactions continue to pour in, we take a look at some songs from Indian films that portray intimacy with care and grace. Which one is your favourite? (Also Read: Bad Newz song Jaanam: Vicky Kaushal and Triptii Dimri’s ’50 Shades of Bollywood’ number makes people cringe)

Main Yahaan Hu Yahaan by Veer Zaara

Shah Rukh Khan is probably the only actor from Bollywood who has managed to portray romantic feelings that are both sensual and vulnerable. Just look at his performance in this beautiful song where he only exists in Preity Zinta’s imagination. The choreography of the song shows so much control and dignity and Shah Rukh matches it in every single bar.

Mizhiyil Ninnum from Mayanadhi:

Surely the best depiction of lovemaking in a mainstream Indian film in a long time can be found in the song Mizhiyil Ninnum from Mayanadhi. This melodious song, featuring Tovino Thomas and Aishwerya Lekshmi, is mainly based on close-ups of their faces and bodies as they spend a night together. It is a rich, tender and sensitive depiction of intimacy that flows like a river of unspoken emotions.

Zara Zara from Rehna Hai Tere Dil Mein

A rare song that expresses female desire. In Zara Zara, the woman speaks of her desire to be united with her lover and the deep attraction she feels for him. The music video gracefully matches the rhythm of this song and captures the rush of emotions so beautifully rendered by Bombay Jayashri. A true classic!

Aye Udi Udi from Saathiya

AR Rahman and Gulzar collaborated many years ago and gave us this gem of a song and it still sounds as fresh and vibrant as ever. The song is about the intensity of first love and how the time lovers spend together never seems to be enough. Rani Mukerji and Vivek Oberoi were a great contrast to the vibrant mood of this song.

Pehli Baar Mohabbat Ki Hai from Kaminey

Is this Mohit Chauhan’s most underrated song of all time? The sensuality with which he imbues this track perfectly matches the mood of the two outsiders played by Shahid Kapoor and Priyanka Chopra. They play volleyball, fight over the smallest things and make up. They have created a small world and the song offers a glimpse into that space.

My Dil makes Mmmm from Salaam Namaste

Saif Ali Khan and Preity Zinta have a sizzling chemistry in this wonderful song by Vishal and Shekhar. The music video starts with a kiss between the two characters and then shows them talking about the other and how silly and stupid they are at times. But these imperfections are what attract them the most in this song which balances out the mischievous vibe between the two characters even if they fall a little more in love with each other at the end of the day.